Dorothy J. Allore, 86, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, Jan. 4, 2018, at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Dorothy Jean Olson was born November 28, 1931, in Brookings, South Dakota, to Olaf and Freda (Chambers) Olson. Raised in Brookings, she attended South Dakota State University after graduating from Brookings High School. Dorothy received her teaching degree and taught home economics in South Dakota for two years, and then worked for South Dakota State University in the nutrition research lab. In 1952, she married George Hillberg. The couple raised five children and were later divorced. Dorothy married Wayne Allore on March 20, 1985, in Rock Rapids, Iowa.

After moving to Iowa, Dorothy taught high school home economics. Upon moving to Minnesota, she devoted herself to raising her children. Dorothy later returned to school to pursue a degree in nursing. She worked as an R.N. at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota, for 19 years.

An avid reader, Dorothy also liked to spend her spare time gardening, cooking, and baking. She especially enjoyed cooking holiday meals. She was very involved with the Girl Scouts, serving as a leader for many years and later as a member of the board. As members of First United Methodist Church in Austin, both Dorothy and Wayne were instrumental in planning the church kitchen. She cooked the Wednesday night meals at First United Methodist as well as meals at the Salvation Army. Dorothy will be deeply missed by her friends and family.

Survivors include her four children, Sherri Erickson, George (Kimberley) Hillberg, and Lon Hillberg, all of Austin; and Sara Hillberg of St. Paul; stepchildren, Eric (Kim) Allore and Lance (Linda) Allore, both of North Mankato, Minnesota; three grandchildren, Mark (Megan) Erickson, Stephanie Erickson, and Dominic Hillberg; two great-grandchildren, Lillian Lange Erickson and Noah Erickson; and former son-in-law, Larry Erickson of Austin. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Wayne, in 2011; her first husband, George, in 2010; and her son, Mark Hillberg, in 2010.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 8, 2018, at the First United Methodist Church in Austin with Pastor Dennis Tamke officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service at the church. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 5 JAN 2018

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Janet I. (Walk) Mueller, 88, formerly of Lyle, Minnesota, died Tuesday, January 2, 2018, at Pleasant Manor in Faribault, Minnesota.

Janet was born December 29, 1929, in Popejoy, Iowa, to Gerhart and Irma (Bublitz) Gemaehlich. She graduated from St. Ansgar High School in 1948. Janet married Lawrence Walk on Sept. 17, 1950, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in St. Ansgar, Iowa. She was a homemaker most of her life and raised six children. Later, she was a cook for 20 years at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home. On Nov. 6, 1995, she married Marvin Mueller at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Austin, Minnesota.

Janet was a very loving mother and grandmother. She loved camping and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Lawrence Walk, in 1990; second husband, Marvin Mueller, in 2011; sister, Margaret Cowell; and great-grandson, Marcus Walk.

Janet is survived by her children, David (Sherry) Walk, Stewartville, Minnesota, Dean (Rose) Walk, Colfax, Wisconsin, Darlene (Don) Hanson, Rochester, Minnesota, Sharon Walk, Owatonna, Minnesota, Ronald (Karen) Walk, Rose Creek, Minnesota, and Sandra (David) Hildestad, Davenport, Iowa; 12 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; stepsons, Dan (Carol) Mueller, Mounds View, Minnesota, and Jeff (Tammy) Mueller, Coon Rapids, Minnesota; three step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; brothers, Duane (Yvonne) Gemaehlich, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Leon (Doris) Gemaehlich, Charles City, Iowa; brother-in-law, Lee Cowell, St. Ansgar; nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 6, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Rev. Elizabeth Endicott officiating. Interment will be at St. John’s Cemetery, St. Ansgar. Visitation will be one hour before the service on Saturday.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 5 JAN 2018

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Colette J. Schaefer, 79, of McIntire, Iowa, died Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2018, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, St Marys Campus – Rochester.

Colette Jane Schaefer was born Jan. 19, 1938, in Austin, Minnesota, to Gerald and Rosalia (Elsburnd) Gorman. She attended and graduated from St. Augustine High School in Austin in 1956 and was united in marriage to Robert Schaefer on Sept. 7, 1959, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Austin. After their marriage, they farmed near Meyer, Iowa, and later moved to their current farm in 1966.

Colette enjoyed collecting angels, going on bus trips to the casino, the color pink, listening to the Mitchell County and Austin music programs, going on shopping trips to Austin to find a “good deal,” and attending her grandchildren’s activities. But most of all, she enjoyed being with her family. She was a very active member of St Patrick’s Catholic Church for many years, participating in its altar society and teaching in the religious education program.

She is survived by her children, Harlan Schaefer of McIntire, Audrey (Kelly) Christensen of Riceville, Iowa, Pam (Steve) Smith of Stacyville, Iowa, and Eric (Michele) Schaefer of Northwood, Iowa; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three siblings, Wayne (Darlene) Gorman of Austin, Anna May (Bob) Schneberger of West Union, Iowa, and Mary Kay (Arnie) Olson of Minneapolis, Minnesota; and five sisters-in-law, Yvonne Gorman of Austin, Marilyn Rogers of Osage, Iowa, Florance Schaefer and Jeanette Schaefer, both of Adams, Minnesota, and Sr. Alice Schaefer of Dubuque, Iowa.

Colette was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert, in 1982; her son, Paul, in 1981; brother, Ardel; nephew, Rick; and brothers-in-law, Amos, Avery and Ray.

The funeral Mass for Colette J. Schaefer will be celebrated at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday Jan. 6, 2018, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in LeRoy, Minnesota, with Father Marreddy Pothireddy officiating. Burial will take place in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with a prayer service starting at 4 p.m. Visitation will continue for one hour prior to the service.

Condolences may be left at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 4 JAN 2018

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Loreen Genevieve Kilgore, 89, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018, at Our House Memory Care in Austin.

Loreen was born September 3, 1928, in rural Lyle, Minnesota, to Herman and Selma (Nelson) Austinson. She grew up and attended school in Lyle. On Aug. 16, 1947, Loreen was united in marriage to Harlan Ed Kilgore in Mona, Iowa. The couple raised two children. In 1969, the Kilgore’s moved to Austin. Harlan passed away in 1972. Loreen enjoyed her role as wife, mother, and homemaker. She was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. and was an avid bowler and golfer. Loreen loved spending time with her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her daughter, Sandy (Don) May of Austin; daughter-in-law, Stacy (Elwin) Lee of Hudson, Iowa; five grandchildren, Tom May, Tammy (Jesse) Wiste, Luke Kilgore, Sam Kilgore, and Jessica Lee; two great-grandchildren, Henry and Molly Wiste; brother, Paul (Joann) Austinson of Rochester, Minnesota; sister, Marcene Pell of Austin; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Selma Austinson; her husband, Ed Kilgore; son, George Kilgore; brothers, Carroll, Chester, Warren, Lavern, and Floyd; and sisters, Marcene, Dorothy, and Agnes.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018, at Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in Six Mile Grove in Lyle at a later date. Memorials can be directed to recipient of donor’s choice. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 4 JAN 2018

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JoAnn L. Burton, 83, passed away in peace on Monday, Dec. 25, 2017.

JoAnn will be fondly remembered for her outstanding home cooked meals, her loving personality and her incredible sense of humor. She was a loving grandmother and an impeccable great-grandmother.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas; dear friend, Bonnie; and former husband, Darrel.

She is survived by her children, Talli (Mark) Smith and Gregory Burton; grandchildren, Lyndsay (Nick) Schweitzer, Matt (Tara) Smith, Lainy (Lucas) Tischer and Summer Smith; great-grandchildren, Addysan Smith, Aubree Meyer and Alayna Smith; her brother; her sister; her nephews; and other relatives.

The family has decided on a private dinner in celebration of JoAnn’s life.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 4 JAN 2018

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Arnold E. Schwamm, 79, of Reads Landing, Minnesota, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, Dec. 21, 2017.

He was born August 22, 1938, in Austin, the son of Edward and Alice (Schwartz) Schwamm. He was the owner and operator of A & S Auto Parts Store in Austin for many years.

He is survived by daughter, Andrea Schwamm-Arndt, Lancaster, California; three grandsons, Nicholas, Ethan and Derek Arndt; and sister, Nancy (Terrance) Heisick, Big Lake, Minnesota. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister.

A memorial service will be held at a later date in California.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 4 JAN 2018

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Kenneth Robert Kneeskern, 89, died Tuesday, January 2, 2018, at Mayo Clinic Hospital – Saint Marys Campus in Rochester, Minnesota.

Kenneth was born Nov. 15, 1928, to Dwight and Florence (Runner) Kneeskern in Austin, Minnesota. He graduated from Austin High School. On November 23, 1950, he was united in marriage to Lois Avon (Neutzman). They were blessed with four children. Kenneth was employed at Hormel Foods from 1946 until 1984. In retirement he enjoyed his lake home in Baudette, Minnesota.

He is survived by Stephen (Debra) Kneeskern, Austin, Gregory Kneeskern, Austin, Eric Kneeskern, Austin, and Renee (Alan) Aswegan, Lyle, Minnesota; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lois; brother, Ron; and grandson, Karl.

Services will be held at a later date.

Mayer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Condolences can be left online at www.mayerfh.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 5 JAN 2018

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Kenneth Robert Kneeskern

November 15, 1928 - January 2, 2018

Obituary for Kenneth Robert Kneeskern

Kenneth Robert Kneeskern 89, died Tuesday January 2, 2018 at St. Mary’s Hospital Rochester, Minnesota.

Kenneth was born November 15, 1928 to Dwight and Florence (Runner) Kneeskern in Austin, Minnesota. He graduated from Austin High School.

On November 23, 1950, he was united in marriage to Lois Avon (Neutzman). They were blessed with four children. Kenneth was employed at Hormel foods from 1946 until 1984. In retirement he enjoyed his lake home in Baudette, Minnesota.

He is survived by Stephen (Debra) Kneeskern, Austin, Gregory Kneeskern, Austin, Eric Kneeskern, Austin, Renee (Alan) Aswegan, Lyle; seven grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Lois, brother Ron and grandson Karl.

A Memorial Service for Kenneth Kneeskern will be held 11 am on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at Our Saviors Lutheran. Friends may call from 10 am until the time of the service at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Service:
APR 14. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Our Savior's Lutheran Church
Austin, Minnesota
http://oursaviorsaustin.org

Burial in Oakwood cemetery.

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home website - (April 10, 2018)

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OBITUARY--

Marvin H. Mueller, age 88, of Faribault, Minnesota. Passed away June 24, 2011 surrounded by his loving family.

Preceded in death by beloved wife, Dorothy; and brother, Leroy.

Marv had a 40 year career in hospitals, retiring from Fairview Hospitals and proudly served his country in WWII in the US Navy. Survived by wife, Janet; children, Dan (Carol) and Jeff (Tammy); grandchildren, Jennifer (Kraig) Stewardson, Chris (Michelle) Mueller, and Matthew Mueller; and beloved family and friends.

Service Wednesday, 11AM at Cross of Glory Lutheran Church, 5472 Adams St, St. Paul, Minnesota. Visitation Tuesday, 5-8 PM at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 HWY 65 NE, Fridley and one hour prior to service at the church. Interment Morningside Memorial Gardens. Miller Funeral Home Fridley Chapel, (763) 571-1300 www.millerfuneralfridley.com

SOURCE: Legacy.com

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NOTE: His present wife, Janet, was Janet Gemaehlich Walk (1929-2018).

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Pending notice: Merlin Dean “Rocky” Rasmussen, 84

Merlin “Rocky” Dean Rasmussen, 84, passed away on Dec. 25, 2017, at Mayo Hospitals-St. Mary's campus. There will be no funeral services at this time.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 5 JAN 2018

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#1:

Mildred Christianson, 97, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Friday, Jan. 5, 2018, in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

Services are pending with Worlein Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 6 JAN 2018

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Mildred K. Christianson, 97, of Austin, Minnesota, died January 5, 2018, at the Colony Rose Court in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

Mildred K. (Benesh) Christianson was born September 19, 1920, in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to Anton and Mary (Dunovsky) Benesh. Mildred was an only child and grew up on a farm in a Bohemian community near Myrtle, Minnesota. She attended Austin High School, graduating in 1938.

On August 22, 1946, she married Ivan Christianson of Austin at the Lutheran Church in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota. She was a charter member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and was active in Circle, WELCA, and Sunday School. Mildred was employed by the Austin Public School as a secretary at Banfield School and enjoyed cooking, reading, and traveling.

She is survived by her daughter, Sandra (Howard) Sorenson; son, Dennis (Julie) Christianson; three grandchildren, Trent, Jenna (Nick) Schultz, and Ellen (Joe) Orrock; and great-grandson, Lee. Mildred was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Ivan Christianson.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Karen Behling officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour prior. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Austin. Memorials can be directed to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Austin or donor’s choice. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 9 JAN 2018

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Bernice E. Thompson, 94, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018, at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10, at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church with Pastor Lindsay Stolen officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be on Tuesday, Jan. 9, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary and on Wednesday morning for one hour before the service at the church.

Interment: Interment will be at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Cemetery.

Funeral Home: Clasen-Jordan Mortuary.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 6 JAN 2018

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Bernice E. Thompson, 94, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, January 3, 2018, at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

Bernice E. (Braaten) Thompson was born on May 19, 1923, in Mower County. She was the ninth of 13 children born to Tom and Anna (Thompson) Braaten. She attended school in Austin and married her sweetheart, Sylvester L. Thompson, July 21, 1942, in the chapel at St. Olaf Lutheran Church.

The Thompsons made their home in Corning, Minnesota, and worked at the Geo. A. Hormel Co. until retiring. For 33 years they wintered in Arizona. She was a lifelong member of Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church and passionate about helping with their annual Strawberry Festival.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Tillman, Henry, Ole, Chester, and George; and sisters, Myrtle, Hazel, Alice, Melda, Edna, Netta and Ann.

Bernice is survived by her son and daughter-in-law; Wayne and Peggy Thompson, Apache Junction, Arizona; grandchildren, Dave [Beth] Thompson, Lansing, Minnesota, Thomas Burback, Eau Claire, Wisconsin and Lisa Burback, Austin, Minnesota; great-grandchildren, Emily and Eric Thompson, Dillon Erickson, Roxanne Burback, Katilyn Wirth and Kami Burback; great-great-grandchildren, Elija and Dawson; sisters-in-law, Selma Lysne, Austin, Minnesota; Irene Thompson, Austin; many loving nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10, at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church with Pastor Lindsay Stolen officiating. Interment will be at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 9, and at the church on Wednesday morning for one hour before the service.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 8 JAN 2018

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Ida May Lee, 86, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, January 8, 2018, at The Cedars of Austin.

Ida May Klingfuss was born May 14, 1931, in rural Austin to Henry Klingfuss and Mabel Wyant. Ida’s mother married Alfred Lutz and he raised Ida. She grew up in the Austin area, attended Austin Public Schools and graduated from Austin High School in 1949. In college, she studied bookkeeping.

On June 25, 1950, Ida and Richard Lee were married at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin, where the family remained as active members. Their union was blessed with four children. Ida enjoyed her role as wife, mother, and homemaker. She did canning and baking, and enjoyed reading magazines, watching TV game shows, gardening, and traveling. The Lees took an annual fishing trip, which was one of their favorite memories. Ida will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Survivors include her children, Danny (Ann) Lee, Jerry (Teresa) Lee, and Vicky (Jerome) Hansen, all of Austin, and Brian (Tammy) Lee of Owatonna, Minnesota; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and her brother, Raymond (Gail) Klingfuss of Shakopee, Minnesota. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mabel and Alfred Lutz; her biological father, Henry Klingfus; her husband, Richard Lee, in 2017; her brother, Eugene; one half-brother; one half-sister; and her sister-in-law, Agnes Lutz.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2018, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Todd Portinga, Associate in Ministry, officiating. Friends may call from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10, at Worlein Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Memorials to St. Olaf Lutheran Church or recipient of donor’s choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 9 JAN 2018

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November 28, 1928 - January 7, 2018 (age 89)

Truman Hadoff passed away at Gunderson Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse, WI on January 7, 2018. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 pm on Friday, January 12 at Whalan Lutheran Church. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to services. Burial will be held at the Whalan Lutheran Church cemetery.

Truman Ivan Hadoff was born November 28, 1928 to Tom and Cora (Sveen) Hadoff in rural Whalan, Minnesota. He graduated from Lanesboro High School and attended Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, for one year.

On December 27, 1947 he married Betty Holmen of LeRoy, Minnesota. They farmed with his father. He then became the postmaster in Whalan for a short time. When an opening came up he transferred and became the rural mail carrier. Along with being the mail carrier he continued farming on his home farm. Truman retired in 1992.

As a young man Truman enjoyed playing softball. He also loved to bowl. He bowled with a team from Lanesboro for many years and later bowled in Rushford. He also loved watching sports on TV. He was a life long member of Whalan Lutheran Church.

Truman is survived by his wife of 70 years, Betty of Whalan, Minnesota, his children Karen (Jim) Draper of Lanesboro, Minnesota, Steven (Diane) Hadoff of Preston, Minnesota, Craig (Theresa) Hadoff of Albertville, Minnesota, and Todd Hadoff of Chatfield, Minnesota; his grandchildren Stefanie (Gary), Brandon (Elizabeth), Brent (Karin), Bryan (Mallory), Jeremy (Angela), Kale, and Madison; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters Adah Fowler and Char (Sheldon) Gee; and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his daughter Julie, his daughter-in-law Carol, his sisters Imogene, Genevieve, and an infant sister Shirley, and his brothers-in-law Sam, Bob, and Matt.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

SOURCE: Hindt Funeral Home website

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February 28, 1940 -- January 5, 2018 (age 77)

Marie Ann Dempewolf, age 77, of Spring Valley, Minnesota, died Friday, January 5, 2018 at the Spring Valley Care Center.

Marie was born February 28, 1940 to Otto and Bernice (Cipra) Ziebell in London Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota. She attended and graduated from Austin, Minnesota, High School.

Marie met her husband, Virgil, at the Terp Ballroom in Austin, Minnesota. They married on June 6, 1959 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Myrtle, Minnesota. They farmed near Cresco, Iowa, and in 1964, bought a farm and raised their family near Spring Valley, Minnesota.

Marie loved quilting and was a member of area quilting clubs. She made many beautiful quilts for family and friends. She volunteered her sewing skills for Bundles of Love. She also enjoyed gardening, canning, and cake decorating. She was an active long-time member of Faith United Methodist Church and was active in UMW committees and church circle. She was very supportive of her children’s many activities and endeavors.

She is survived by her husband, Virgil; four daughters: Dawn May (Matthew Murtha) of Hampton, New Hampshire, Denise Dempewolf of Rochester, Minnesota, Donna Dempewolf of Denver, CO, and Darcy Buschmann (Doug) of Grand Meadow, Minnesota; by a son, Royal (Lynne) Dempewolf of rural Spring Valley, Minnesota; eight grandchildren, Stephanie (Eyal Ezra), Elizabeth, Grant, Reid, Crystal, Mitch, Tyler and Tanner; two great grandchildren, Amy and Levi; sisters Rosie Churchill, Irene Paape, Frances (Keith) Olson, and Ginger Knight; brothers, George Ziebell, Laverne (Bev) Ziebell and David (Patsy) Ziebell and sisters-in-law Lois Ziebell and Karen Ziebell and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Otto and Bernice, a grandson, Samuel May, brothers Lawrence Ziebell and Fred Ziebell; brothers-in-law, Ron Knight, Burton Churchill, and Dean Paape; and sister-in-law, Elaine Ziebell.

A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, January 11, 2018, at Faith United Methodist Church in Spring Valley, Minnesota, with pastor Lieder officiating. Burial of her ashes will be in the Etna Cemetery at a later date.

Friends may call at the Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm and at the church an hour before the service. Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com

Memorials are preferred to the Etna Cemetery or Faith United Methodist Church.

SOURCE: Hindt Funeral Home website

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August 29, 1955 - January 07, 2018

Mark Charles Hinsch, 62, of Waltham, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2018, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester surrounded by family and friends.

Mark was born on August 29, 1955, the son of Charles and Shirley (Finck) Hinsch in Dodge Center, Minnesota. He attended Hayfield High School and Rochester Vo-Tech earning a degree in building utilities maintenance.

Mark was united in marriage to Susan Doty on May 17, 1975, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Sargeant, Minnesota.

He had worked at Pace Dairy in Rochester, IFP in Oslo, Lakeside Foods in Owatonna and Bellisio Foods in Austin, Minnesota.

Mark was a member of the Sons of American Legion.

He was an avid outdoorsman, especially enjoying hunting and fishing. He enjoyed watching sports with special interest in the Minnesota Gophers. Most importantly he enjoyed spending time with his family and being active in his grandchildren's lives.

Mark is survived by his wife, Susan Hinsch, Waltham, Minnesota; children: David (Pauline) Hinsch, Center City, Minnesota; Lori (Gene) Faulhaber, Hayfield, Minnesota; Derrek (Heather) Hinsch, Mankato, Minnesota; Lindsey (Joshua) Jordan, Arlington, Tennessee; mother, Shirley Hinsch, Hayfield, Minnesota; seven grandchildren: Hannah, Aurora, Cayden, Meredith, Cora, Paisley and Clayton; four sisters: Mary Jean (Ken) Cleveland, Spring Valley, Minnesota; Wanda (Darrell) Boley, Dexter, Minnesota; Nancy (David) Prins, Hayfield, Minnesota; Carla (David) Miner, Blooming Prairie, Minnesota; two brothers, Gordon (Ellen) Hinsch, Rochester, Minnesota; and Miles (Theresa Splittstoesser) Hinsch, of Rochester, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Visitation will be 5:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, January 11, 2018, at Czaplewski Family Funeral Home 501 2nd Street NW in Hayfield and one hour before the service at the church on Friday. The funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 12, 2018, at the Cornerstone Church, 1403 1st Avenue SW in Austin, Minnesota, with Pastor David Simerson officiating. Interment will be in St. John's Lutheran Cemetery in rural Sargeant, Minnesota.

www.czaplewskifuneralhomes.com

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November 03, 1931 - December 12, 2017

U.S. Veteran

John "Jack" Thomas Beck, 86, passed away on December 12, 2017, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

John was born on November 3, 1931, the son of John and Sophie (Bakken) Beck in Hayfield, Minnesota. He lived on a farm west of Waltham and later moved to Hayfield where he attended Hayfield schools. After graduation he was drafted into the United States Navy from 1955-1957.

He married Janice Northrup on January 11, 1954, and they were later divorced. On April 27, 1991, he married Twila Reiser in Byron, where they have lived many years. After returning from the service he worked at Weyerhaeuser in Austin, Minnesota and in 1964 he started at IBM as a machine operator and worked there for 26 year. He retired in 1990.

John had many hobbies, playing horse shoe, hunting, fishing, trapping, and he loved playing cards. John was always busy and after he retired, his main hobby was flea marketing, buying and selling. John loved sports, Twins, Vikings and especially the Chicago Cubs. A Cubs fan his whole life, a dream came true in "2016" when they won the World Series.

John is survived by his wife, Twila Beck, Byron, Minnesota; daughter, Melissa (Mark) Kizilos, Minnetonka, Minnesota; son, John (Margaret) Beck, Pepin, Wisconsin; step sons, Chris Reiser, Rochester, Minnesota; Jeremy (Natasha) Reiser, Lakeville, Minnesota; and John Reiser, Byron, Minnesota; three grandchildren, McKenzie, Olivia and Alex; two step grandchildren, Christian and Cole; and many wonderful nieces and nephews.

John was preceded in death by his sisters, Violet Hanson and Eileen Roper; brother, Art Beck and his parents.

Visitation will be 4:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, December 15, 2017, at Czaplewski Family Funeral Home, 501 2nd Street NW in Hayfield and one hour before the service at the church on Saturday.

The funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 16, 2017, at Evanger Lutheran Church, 33554 ~ 660th Avenue Sargeant, Minnesota, with Reverend Dwight DoBell officiating. Interment will be in Evanger Lutheran Cemetery with military honors by the Hayfield American Legion Rothie Post #330.

www.czaplewskifuneralhomes.com

SOURCE: Czaplewski Funeral Home website

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U.S. VETERAN

Marvin W. Lenz, 83, of Rochester, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, January 9, 2018, from complications of Parkinson’s Disease at Samaritan Bethany Home on Eighth in Rochester, where he had been a resident since 2014.

Marvin Wesley Lenz was born on July 13, 1934, in Clear Lake, Iowa, to Clarence and Margaritte (Galloway) Lenz. He moved with his family to Lyle, Minnesota, where he grew up on the family farm and attended Austin schools, graduating from Austin High School in 1952. He then attended Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota.

He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1957, serving until 1963, including duty as a paratrooper. Marvin was married on May 28, 1956, at the United Methodist Church in Austin, Minnesota, to Lois Y. Dunfee. Following Marv’s discharge, the couple lived in Mankato, Minnesota, where Marv received his bachelor’s degree in education.

He taught math in Claremont, Minnesota, before the couple moved to North Platte, Nebraska, where they both were employed as teachers and Marv began his part-time career as a ranch hand, on horseback, for a cattle ranch operation. They moved to Rochester, where they made their home and lived for over 30 years. Marv was employed as a math teacher in the Stewartville School District 534 for 23 years and Lois was employed in the Rochester School District for over 30 years as a kindergarten and elementary teacher.

Marv and Lois were longtime members of the United Methodist Church. Following their retirement, they enjoyed time spent on their ranch in rural Rushford, Minnesota.

Lois died in April 2004. They both were true outdoors people. Marv spent summers in Wyoming during his teaching years, working on horseback on ranches and Lois spent winter months working with the ski patrol in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, after retiring. Marv was an avid baseball player, excelling in high school and as a minor league player in Nebraska and was a Minnesota Twins fan. He was a musician who played the guitar and dobro, sang cowboy tunes and participated in many bluegrass events in Southeast Minnesota. He loved animals, horses, cattle and dogs, especially their beloved border collie, Melba.

Marv is survived by two brothers, Lewis (Nancy)Lenz of Richmond, Minnesota, and Wayne(Ruth) Lenz of Harmony, Minnesota; nieces and nephews.

Marv was preceded in death by his wife, Lois; his parents; and by his brother, Jerry Lenz.

A time of visitation for friends and family will take place from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 12, 2018, at Griffin-Gray Funeral Home in Stewartville, Minnesota. Burial and a committal service will take place at 11 a.m. at Woodbury Cemetery in rural Lyle on Saturday. Arrangements are with Griffin-Gray Funeral Home.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 11 JAN 2018

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Jerome Henry Klingfus, 73, of Brookings, South Dakota, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2018, surrounded by his loving family at the Arlington Care and Rehabilitation Center.

He was born Sept. 21, 1944, in Austin, Minnesota, the son of Henry and Hilda (Askelson) Klingfuss. Jerome grew up in Austin, attended Austin Public Schools, and served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. A lifetime member of the VFW and the Disabled American Veterans, he made his living as a millwright and welder for Wilsons, and later as a real estate agent in Rochester, Minnesota. He married Laurel Skime in Austin on Sept. 2, 2014.

Jerome enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing in his spare time. His hobby was collecting firearms. Later in life, he enjoyed traveling and spending time with his friends and family, who will miss him dearly.

Survivors include his wife, Laurie Skime-Klingfus of Brookings; one son, Jeffrey (Pam) Klingfus of Prior Lake, Minnesota; one daughter, Christine (Phillip) Kruze of Grand Marais, Minnesota; stepsons, Eric Skime and Tom (Pennie) Skime of Elkton, South Dakota; eight grandchildren, Bailey, Zachary, Devin, Kodi, Hattie, Lydia, Mackenzie, and Matthew; his brother, Darrel (Nancy) Klingfuss of Northwood, Iowa; his sister-in-law, Elfie Klingfus of Austin; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Jerome was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, George Klingfus; and his sister, Bonnie Anderley.

Following services in South Dakota, a memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018. Military honors will be conducted by American Legion Post 91. Visitation will be held from 9-10 a.m., immediately preceding the service at Worlein Funeral Home. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Pipestone, Minnesota. Memorials can be directed to the Fisher House Foundation at 111 Rockville Pike #420, Rockville, MD 20850, Free Urns for Veterans at Post Office Box 689, Anoka, Minnesota 55303, or to a recipient of the donor’s choice.

Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 12 JAN 2018

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Mary Murrill, 70, came into the world as Mary Jane Borgesen on Jan. 2, 1948, in Burlington, Iowa. As a young girl, her parents Arlene and Byron (Bud) Borgesen raised her and her two brothers, David and John, in Austin, Minnesota.

While Mary had a firm focus on raising her children, she had a multi-faceted career throughout her life. While her children were young, she simultaneously managed farm life near Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, with her husband Arthur Knutson, and attended Austin Community College where she obtained both her LPN and RN degrees.

In 1983 Mary and her family relocated to Mesa, Arizona, where she began her full-time nursing career. Ever the go-getter, she began by working the night shift at a nursing home. Over the next two decades, she was a respected and senior nurse in roles such as charge nurse in ER and telemetry units, urgent care facilities, and a flight nurse for rural Arizona destinations. She administered medical trials, facilitated laser surgeries, and finished her nursing career as a celebrated hospice nurse. Throughout every step, Mary was highly regarded as a caring patient advocate and treasured colleague.

In more recent times, Mary’s life centered on her role as “Grandma Extraordinaire.” Caring for family and friends, and especially her grandchildren, defined her identity. She was a true matriarch; her dedication and unconditional love has been woven into the fabric that is the core of each of her descendants. Her will and energy has shown us all that anything is possible, and that we each have the ability defy odds against us.

It’s this determination that allowed her to defeat statistics, and beat a three-month initial mortality prognosis to live another five years, despite the nefarious effects of lung cancer. For those who knew Mary, no one was surprised that she could do this.

Many family members remain to celebrate her life. She leaves behind one brother, John Borgesen, and her four children and their partners, Sara Zervos and Jason Harubin, Jennifer Knutson, Andrew and Lisa Knutson, and Jonas Knutson. Mary is also survived by 11 grandchildren, Emily, Anna, Maria, Amalia, Garret, Andreas, Adrianna, Olivia, Isabella, Alyssa, and Antonio, and one great-granddaughter, Sofia.

God knows Mary didn’t sit idly in life, so she’s probably organizing a rally for the Democrats and wiping the counters while enjoying Heaven. We love and miss her dearly.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 12 JAN 2018

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Cecil Thomas Mincks passed away on Jan. 10, 2018.

He was born May 7, 1962 in Illinois.

Cecil lived in Austin, Adams and Owatonna, Minnesota. He had several friends from all three places. He graduated from high school in Scioto, Illinois.

Cecil loved watching NASCAR and was an avid fan.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Mary Mincks; one uncle, Don Llewellyn of Clayton, Illinois.

He is survived by one daughter, Cathy Hughs of Illinois; one son of Austin; one brother Mark Mincks of Austin; and one sister, Chris Mincks of Macomb, Illinois; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

There will be a private memorial service at a relative’s home on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 12 JAN 2018

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Bradley J. Graves, 59, passed away of natural causes on Friday, January 12, 2018, in Urbandale, Iowa.

Bradley J. Graves was born on December 10, 1958, to Donald and Marion (Selix) Graves in Austin, Minnesota. He grew up in Brownsdale, Minnesota, and graduated from Hayfield High School in 1977.

On December 31, 1977, Brad was united in marriage to Bernadine (Horkey) in Brownsdale. To this union, three children were born. Brad enlisted in the United States Army, where he served his country for 18 years. He did tours of duty in Germany, Korea, and was also stationed in Kentucky and Washington during his service. He was honorably discharged in 1995, and the family moved to the Albert Lea, Minnesota, area.

After his retirement, he drove his semi until the day of his passing. In his free time, Brad enjoyed watching NASCAR, Dale Earnhardt Sr. being his favorite driver. He also enjoyed following the Minnesota Vikings. Brad enjoyed taking his family on camping and fishing trips and going on many family vacations. Above all, Brad was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather and loved spending time with his family. He had a big smile and was always willing to help his family before thinking of himself.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Marion; a sister, Donna Salisbury; and mother and father in-law, Robert and Donna Horkey.

Brad is survived by his wife of 40 years, Bernadine; children, Jennifer Aarback, Melissa Graves and Donald (Elisa) Graves; grandchildren, Michael Thorson and special friend Racquel O’Rourke, Matt Thorson, Katie Thorson, Paradise Graves, and Easton Gordon-Kamm; siblings, Jay Graves, Jerry (Janet) Graves, David Graves, Bobbi (Dean) Thompson, and Marcia (David) Vold; uncle, Don (Susan) Selix; as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018, at the Bonnerup Funeral Chapel in Albert Lea. Pastor Kaleb Hurley will officiate. Visitation will begin at 11:30 a.m. and continue until the time of the service on Wednesday. Interment will be in Graceland Cemetery.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 16 JAN 2018

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#1:

Pending Notice: Peggy A. Tollefson, 78

Peggy A. Tollefson, 78, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018, at her home in Austin. Arrangements are pending with the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 16 JAN 2018

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#2: funeral notice:

Peggy Ann Tollefson

September 27, 1939 - January 14, 2018

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, January 19th at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Todd Portinga, AiM officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 4:00 to 6:00 PM Thursday and at the church from one hour before the service on Friday morning.

Memorials are preferred to the St. Olaf Lutheran Church Building Fund or the St. Olaf Lutheran Church Kitchen Fund.

SOURCE: Clasen Jordan funeral home website, 16 JAN 2018

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#3: Obituary--

Peggy Ann Tollefson

Peggy Ann Tollefson, 78, passed away and was reunited with the love of her life of 48 years on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born September 27, 1939, to James and Elvera (Timm) Otto. Peggy graduated from Redwood Falls High School in 1957 and attended the University of Minnesota – Mankato. Peggy married David “Tolly” Tollefson on July 23, 1961, in Redwood Falls, Minnesota. They then moved to Rochester, Minnesota, and shortly after moved to Austin, Minnesota, where they raised their three children. Peggy was an amazing housewife, mother and friend.

She had a special gift for making everyone in her life feel loved in a very individual way.

When the children were young, she was an Avon lady and made many lifelong friends. Peggy enjoyed reading, spectator sports and spending time with her family. She looked forward to her date nights with her “favorite” Kyle. Peggy loved her church, where she volunteered in the office and helped in the kitchen making doughnuts and lefse and working the Mower County Fair Diner, where she worked this last August.

Peggy and Tolly opened Tolly’s Time Out in Austin in May of 1984 and retired after 22 years of business.

In 1998, Peg and Tolly bought a cabin in southeastern Minnesota, where she loved to entertain family and friends on the weekends. She loved bird watching and relaxing, although she was never much for relaxing.

Peggy will be missed by everyone she has touched. Her remarkable courage, strength and persistence will never be forgotten by those who loved and cared for her. She had such a loving and contagious smile, even until the end.

Peggy is survived by her daughter, Kersten Tollefson, Austin; sons and daughter-in-law, Kyle Tollefson, Austin, and Brian and Geri Tollefson, Austin; grandchildren, Trevor (Taylor) Bordelon, Albert Lea, Minnesota, Taylor (Brandi) Bordelon, Austin, and Marisa (Logan) Olson, Bryant, South Dakota; great-grandchildren, Harper, Adalyn, Kinsleigh, Paige and Olivia; sisters and brother, Janet Anderson, Bothell, Washington, Tom Otto, Belle Vista, Arkansas, and Karen (Ron) Ness Paynesville, Minnesota; sisters-in-law, Elsie (Jerry) Narveson, Chatfield, Minnesota, and Beatrice Tollefson, Kenyon, Minnesota; nieces, nephews and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, David “Tolly” Tollefson; and her parents.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 19, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Todd Portinga officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m. Thursday at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary; and at the church for one hour before the service on Friday. Memorials are preferred to the St. Olaf Lutheran Church Building Fund or the St. Olaf Lutheran Church Kitchen Fund.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 17 JAN 2018

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Audriene (Vanden Heuvel) Zelenski, 83, died peacefully on January 12, 2018, at Mayo Clinic Hospital-Saint Marys Campus, Rochester, Minnesota.

Audriene was born on July 9, 1934, in Ellendale, Minnesota, to the late Harold and Reta (nee Nelson) Bunnell. She attended country school and graduated from Ellendale High School.

After high school, Audriene worked at Federated Mutual Insurance Co. in Owatonna, Minnesota.

She married Henry (Bud) Vanden Heuvel on May 23, 1954, in Ellendale. They lived in Austin, Minnesota, and she worked part time at J.C. Penney. She also worked for the Austin schools as a secretary for 23 years.

After her retirement, and death of her husband in 1994, she moved to Rochester. She joined the Widowed Person Service, where she made many friends and met Richard (Dick) Zelenski. Audriene and Dick were married on May 6, 2000, at St Pius X church in Rochester.

Audriene and Dick enjoyed a number of years traveling on bus trips throughout the United States and on cruise ships around the world.

Audriene was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. She enjoyed her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed cross-stitching, quilting, and knitting. She knitted more than 300 prayer shawls for the Saint Marys Hospital Volunteer program.

She is survived by her husband, Dick; children, Craig Vanden Heuvel and Heidi (Ray) Dunfee; grandchildren, Nate (Heather) Dunfee and Samantha Dunfee; great-grandchildren, Jack and Camryn Dunfee; stepchildren, Margie (Ward) Lane, Cathy Zelenski, Barbara (Rich) Dettinger, and Andy (Jenn) Yara-Zelenski; and step-grandchildren, Steven, Thomas, and David Lane, Erica, Tori, Tim, and Kylie Dettinger, and Jacob Yara-Zelenski. She also leaves many nieces, nephews, cousins, and numerous friends.

Audriene was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Henry Vanden Heuvel; daughter, Sheila; a sister; and a brother.

The family would like to thank the staff at the Memory Care Unit at River Bend, the Mayo Hospice team, the staff on Saint Marys Mary Brigh 5E and the Palliative Care team at Mayo Clinic for the care received.

A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 18, at the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17, at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Thursday.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at Mayo Clinic. Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 16 JAN 2018

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The Rev. Dr. Stephen A. DeFor, 73, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, January 12, 2018, at his residence.

Stephen Arnold was born Oct. 21, 1944, in Richmond, California, to Vernon and Erna (Hansen) DeFor. He grew up and attended school in Austin, graduating from Austin High School in 1962.

In 1964, Steve married Donna Kiewatt in Bloomington, Minnesota. The couple had three children and were later divorced. Steve graduated from the Minnesota Bible College in 1968 with a bachelor of theology degree. He received his bachelor of history degree from St. Paul Bible College. To further his education, Steve studied at the Lincoln Christian Seminary in Lincoln, Illinois, where he received his master of divinity degree. During his schooling, Steve was a youth minister at First Christian Church in Joliet, Illinois. After he received his masters degree, he became a minister at First Christian.

In 1978, Steve accepted a position as a professor of Christian education and history at Minnesota Bible College in Rochester, Minnesota. At that time, the family relocated to Austin. In 1987, he received his doctor of ministry degree from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. Steve attended Winona State University and received a master of science degree in counseling in 1992. In 1999, he became a minister at the Church of Christ in Austin. Steve was passionate about reading and collecting books. He enjoyed writing and had a commitment to lifelong learning.

Steve helped care for his mother for many years and did not hesitate to reach out to others. Steve enjoyed cats and had one as a pet at various times in his life. He took many mission trips, including to Jamaica, where he provided supplies to an orphanage. He was a runner, completing 14 marathons and numerous other races. Steve was active in the Austin Area Grief Support group and worked part-time as clergy and funeral assistant for Worlein Funeral Home. He will be dearly missed by his family and many friends.

Survivors include his children, Hans (Rachel) DeFor of Washington, D.C., Peder (Sarah) DeFor of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Heidi (Chad) Gilbert of Seattle, Washington; eight grandchildren; brother, Pastor David (Donna) DeFor, Austin; sister, Cecelia (Andrew) Manoochehri of Pasadena, California; and his special friend, Mary Lund of Geneva, Minnesota. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Erna DeFor.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018, at the Church of Christ in Austin with his nephew, the Rev. Tim DeFor, officiating. There will be a visitation from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17, at the Worlein Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Memorials should be directed to the Church of Christ in Austin. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 16 JAN 2018

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#1:

Vincent L. Adams, 86, of rural Glenville, Minnesota, died Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018. at Mayo Clinic Health System-Austin.

Service: 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with Pastor David Efflandt officiating.

Visitation: 4-6 p.m. Friday, Jan.19, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary and for one hour before the service on Saturday.

Funeral Home: Clasen-Jordan Mortuary.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 16 JAN 2018

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#2:

Vincent Leroy Adams

February 27, 1931 - January 14, 2018

U.S. Veteran

Vincent L. Adams, 86, of rural Glenville, MN, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2018 at Mayo Clinic Health Systems-Austin.

Vince was born on February 27, 1931 in East Chain Township, Martin County, MN to Lawrence and Sara (Ficken) Adams. He attended school in Martin County, MN and at an early age he started working for some of the local farmers to help support his family. He was drafted in the US Army in 1950 and served until 1953. He worked most of his life as a farm hand and later was the maintenance man at the Rose Haven Apartments in Rose Creek, MN. He married Shirley Fett on November 28, 1998 at the Deer Creek Valley Lutheran Church.

He enjoyed spending time with his family and liked getting visits from the grandchildren and great grandchildren and was known to give the great grandchildren a dollar every time he saw them. He loved working outside, especially with flowers, plants, mowing and planting trees. Later in life, he enjoyed spending his summers at Pathfinder Village in Hinckley, MN. He liked to start everyday with a breakfast date with his “Honey” to either the Sterling Café or Perkins.

He was a member of the Lyle American Legion and Deer Creek Valley Lutheran Church, rural Glenville, MN.

He was preceded in death by: infant daughter Linda, infant granddaughter Nicole Fett, and grandson Matthew Learn

Vince is survived by his wife: Shirley Adams, Glenville, MN; children: Sue Hilgendorf, Fairmont, MN; Deb Sabin, Bricelyn, MN; Eric (Camela) Adams, Jackson, MN; Terry Adams, Sherburn, MN; Jerry Adams, WI; step children: Mike (Linda) Fett, Waseca, MN; Mark (Rose) Fett, Northwood, IA; Julie (Leo) Learn, Lyle, MN; Joni (Roy) Attig, Loami, IL; Randall (Tami) Fett, Austin, MN; Wayne (Linda) Fett, Glenville, MN; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings: Mary Lou (Douglas) Rittenhouse, Oregon, WI; Mickey (Bob) Loewen, Brownsdale, MN; Donald Adams, Sheboygan, WI; John (Doreen) Adams, Austin, MN; Rose Ann (Roger) Laue, Austin, MN; nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, January 20 at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with Pastor David Efflandt officiating. Military rites will be by the Lyle American Legion Post #105. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Friday January 19th from 4 to 6 pm and for one hour before the service on Saturday.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website

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#1:

Funeral notice: Daniel W. Clayton, 80

Daniel W. Clayton, 80, of Austin, Minnesota, died at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home on Jan. 15, 2018.

Service: A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Pastor Susan Li Officiating.

Visitation: Friends may call from 3-6 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018, at Mayer Funeral Home.

Interment: Oakwood Cemetery

Funeral Home: Mayer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements Condolences may be given online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 16 JAN 2018

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#2: OBITUARY--

Daniel Wayne Clayton

February 18, 1937 - January 15, 2018

Daniel Wayne Clayton, age 80, Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, January 15, 2018 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Dan was born February 18, 1937 in Ada, Minnesota to Fred and Allet (Gevings) Clayton. He grew up and graduated from Ada High School in 1955, he then came to Austin for a visit and never went back.

In December 1955, he was united in marriage to Kaye Bjerk, they had two daughters, Cheri and Liz. This union was later dissolved. Dan was later united in marriage to Anna Pedersen, Anna brought four children to the family: Robyn, Randy, Rod and Ryan.

Dan was employed by American Can Company until the closure of the Austin Plant. He then worked for the City of Austin, in the Park and Recreation Department until his retirement.

Dan was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church. He was also a member of the Austin Eagle Aerie 703 where he served as president from 1976-1977 & 2008-2009, he was named Eagle of the year in 1981. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, the Minnesota Twins, and spending time with his family.

He is survived by daughters, Cheri (Paul) Jenkins, Liz (Brad) Mulholland, and Robyn (Mark) Byers; sons, Randy Pedersen, Ryan (Jennifer) Pedersen, Rodney (Mary) Pedersen;sisters Shelia Dion, Linda (Jerry) Novak; many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Allet Clayton; wife, Anna Clayton; and brother, Kenny Clayton.

A Funeral Service will be held 11 am on Thursday January 18 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church. Friends may call from 3-6 pm on Wednesday at Mayer Funeral Home and also on hour before the service at the church on Thursday.

Cemetery Details:
    Oakwood Cemetery
    1800 4 St. NW
    Austin, MN, 55912

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral home website

Also see Austin Daily Herald, 19 JAN 2018

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September 21, 1937 - January 11, 2018

Patricia (Pat) Jean Hyland died unexpectedly on January 11, 2018, at her home in Minneapolis. Pat was born on September 21, 1937 in Mankato, Minnesota to Viola and Henry Grundmeier. Later they moved to Austin where she graduated from Austin High School. She was married to Loren Hyland for 57 years until his death.

Pat was actively involved in the Austin community working for the United Way, First Bank Austin, and Joseph Construction. She enjoyed her retirement working as a SPAMbassador for the Hormel SPAM Museum.

A caring friend to many, her kind and generous spirit will be greatly missed. Above all, she treasured her three daughters and granddaughter.

Pat was preceded in death by her husband Loren and her two sisters, Anna and Jackie. She is survived by her three daughters: Jodi (Bill) Sorensen, Denver, CO, Julie (Bob) Jenkins, Houston, TX, Jane Hyland, Minneapolis, and granddaughter Haley Sorensen, Denver, CO.

A celebration of Pat’s life will be held at Austin Country Club (1202 28th Street NE) on Wednesday, January 17 from 4:30pm- 6:30pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to the Animal Humane Society (845 Meadow Lane North Golden Valley, MN 55422) or Mayo Clinic Home Health Hospice.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website
Also see: Austin Daily Herald, 17 JAN 2018

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DEATH NOTICE:

Jerome Simon Frohlich, age 67, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, January 11, 2018 at Mayo Clinic Hospital-Rochester, Saint Marys Campus.

Private services are being coordinated with Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home website, 16 JAN 2018

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April 19, 1932 - January 10, 2018

Joyce Lillegaard, 85, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at Our House Memory Care.

Joyce was born April 19, 1932, in St. Ansgar, Iowa, the daughter of Joy and Anita (Perkins) Lillegaard. She graduated from Lyle High School and worked at the First National Bank for a year and a half before going to work at Austin Utilities, where she worked for 35 years, retiring in 1988. Joyce was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary and served in numerous offices and was also a member of Women of the Moose Chapter 446. Joyce was also an avid bowler.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Keith Lillegaard.

Joyce is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, David and Betty Lillegaard, Midwest City, Oklahoma; and nieces, nephews and cousins.

A private graveside service will be held at Six Mile Grove Cemetery, rural Lyle, Minnesota. Memorials are preferred to a charity of the donor’s choice. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 18 JAN 2018

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Born: August 27, 1957

Died: January 15, 2018

Celeste C. Ruble, 60, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Monday, January 15, 2018, at her home surrounded by her family.

Celeste Cynthia was born August 27, 1957, in Fairmont, Minnesota, to Merle and Verna (Owens) Rosenberg. She was united in marriage to Kevin Halvorson in Ceylon, Minnesota, and to this union they had a son, Andrew. They later divorced. She then married Timothy Ruble in Mankato, Minnesota. Celeste strongly believed in lifelong learning and earned her bachelor’s degree and master of science degree in educational leadership. She was an employee of the state of Minnesota for over 30 years. She was an instructor at South Central Technical College in Mankato before becoming their human resources director.

In 1996 Celeste transferred to Riverland Community College, where she served on the administrative team in many varying roles but always with an emphasis on human resources. Celeste believed in giving back and had served on numerous community committees including KSMQ Board, Austin Art Works, Austin Chamber of Commerce, and was a member of SHRM, the Austin community of HR directors, and was the current president of Kiwanis.

Celeste is survived by her husband, Timothy Ruble of Austin; son, Andrew (Brooke) Halvorson of Prior Lake, Minnesota; three grandchildren, Jackson, Ethan, and Noah; stepson, Charles Ruble of Phoenix, Arizona; and sister, Judy Kutnik of Fairmont. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Virginia Foster; brother, Larry Rosenberg; and stepson Dan Ruble.

Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2018, at Cornerstone Church in Austin with Pastor David Simerson officiating. Celeste’s family will greet friends from 4-7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and for one hour prior to the service at Cornerstone Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Celeste’s memory may be directed to the Celeste Ruble Riverland Community College Scholarship Fund. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 18 JAN 2018

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Barbara J. Hautt-Erickson, 76, of Stewartville, Minnesota, died on Friday, January 12, 2018, following a lengthy illness with cancer at the Stewartville Care Center, where she had been a resident since November of last year.

Barbara Jean Studer was born on July 30, 1941, in rural Brownsdale, Minnesota, to Ray and Leota (Lowe) Studer. She grew up in rural Brownsdale, attended school there and in Austin, Minnesota, graduating from Austin High School in 1958.

She was married to James Hautt on August 3, 1958, in Dexter Township, Minnesota. Following their marriage, the couple lived in Heartland, Minnesota, where Barbara was a homemaker and was self-employed as a seamstress who sewed and made alterations on many wedding dresses. They were later divorced.

Barbara was married to Clester Erickson on June 20, 1969, in Northwood, Iowa. They lived in northern Minnesota, where they owned and operated Erickson Birch Haven Resort in Hackensack, Minnesota. They were later divorced. Barbara moved to Stewartville in 2002, where she could live closer to her family. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Stewartville. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, fishing and was a Minnesota Twins fan. She loved time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Barbara is survived by her children, Cinthia (Lars) Kraushar of Pine River, Minnesota, Mark (Carole) Hautt of North Liberty, Iowa, and Eric (Jodi) Erickson of Owatonna, Minnesota; seven grandchildren, Gene and Amy Kraushar, Alishia, Chris and Tim Hautt, Parker and Sawyer Erickson; 11 great-grandchildren, Ashley, Kimmy and Nick Kraushar, Gene, Carter, Kyle, Emily, Eldon, Tyler and Zachary Hautt and Caelyn Miller; sister, Kay (Jim) Bailey of Stewartville; brother, Bryon (Cindy) Studer of Huntsville, Alabama; and sister-in-law, Doris Studer of Waterloo, Iowa.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; and her brother, Ronald Studer.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Stewartville with the Rev. Lyle Fritsch officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery in Stewartville. A time of visitation for family and friends will take place from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 19, 2018, at Griffin-Gray Funeral Home in Stewartville and one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday morning.

Arrangements are with Griffin-Gray Funeral Home.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 17 JAN 2018

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Rochelle J. Nelson, 79, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, January 15, 2018, at the Adams Health Care Center in Adams, Minnesota.

Rochelle John Nelson was born on March 8, 1938, in Austin, the daughter of Russell Charles and Veronica Magalan (Beckel) Nelson. She attended school in Austin, graduating from Austin High School. After completing her education, Rochelle worked for a doughnut shop in Austin and later for a business in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Rochelle lived in Austin until moving to the Adams Health Care Center in 2015.

Survivors include her brother, Charles (Patricia) Nelson of Park Rapids, Minnesota; a sister, Joanna (Dean) Goodale of Mason City, Iowa; many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents.

No formal services will be held. Burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery in Austin. Services arranged by the Worlein Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 18 JAN 2018

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Funeral notice: Elaine Eleanor Kloechner, 83

Elaine Eleanor Kloeckner, 83, of Adams, Minnesota, died at her home on Tuesday, Jan.16, 2018.

Service: 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 21, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Johnsburg, Minnesota, with Father Martin Schaefer officiating.

Visitation: 4-8 p.m. Saturday at the Adams Funeral Home with a rosary at 4 p.m. and a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. There will also be visitation from 12:30-1:30 p.m. on Sunday at the Adams Funeral Home.

Interment: Sacred Heart Cemetery.

Funeral Home: Adams Funeral Home.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 18 JAN 2018

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Elaine Eleanor Kloeckner

August 17, 1934 - January 16, 2018

Elaine Eleanor Kloeckner, 83 of Adams, Minnesota, died peacefully in her sleep at her home on Tuesday, January 16, 2018.

Elaine was born August 17, 1934 in Rose Creek, Minnesota to Jacob and Eleanor (Fruth) Majerus. She graduated from Rose Creek High School in 1952. After high school, Elaine worked as a housekeeper for Jay Hormel. While employed, she would travel with the Hormels to their winter home in California. She married Ambrose “Amby” Kloeckner on November 7, 1953 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church. They moved to the farm in 1958 where she was a homemaker, raised their seven children and helped Amby farm the family farm.

Elaine enjoyed gardening, traveling, volunteering, watching sports, doing word finds and collecting bells.

She was a member of CCW, Catholic United Financial, American Legion Auxiliary, Nursing Home Auxiliary, and an active member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ambrose; brother, Nicholas Majerus; sister, Sr. Arlene Majerus.

Elaine is survived by her children: Linda Streiff, Boone, Iowa; Joseph (Heidi) Kloeckner, Glenwood, IA; Arlene (Randy) Burch, Wildwood, MO; Mary Kloeckner, Young America, MN; Mark (Deb) Kloeckner, Tucson, AZ; John (Barb) Kloeckner, Adams, MN; Karen (Don) Fasbender, Adams, MN; 19 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; brothers: Arnold (Ilene) Majerus, Burnsville, MN; Ralph (Barb) Majerus, Cedar Falls, IA; James (Susan) Majerus, Oklahoma City, OK; sister: Dorothy (Mike) Dvorsik, Myerstown, PA; sisters-in-law: Julaine Wencl, Owatonna, MN; and Sherry Majerus, St. Claire Shores, MI; nieces and nephews.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2:00 PM on Sunday, January 21st at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Johnsburg, MN with Father Martin Schaefer officiating. Interment will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation will be at the Adams Funeral Home on Saturday from 4:00 to 8:00 PM with a Rosary at 4:00 PM and a prayer service at 7:30 PM. There will also be visitation at the Adams Funeral Home on Sunday from 12:30 to 1:30 PM.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website

Also see Austin Daily Herald, 19 JAN 2018

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